1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 46 kg more than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Imperial | GX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2789 mm |
